Harris Vancouver 36 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · full

Rig

Cutter

LOA

36' · 10.97 m

Displ.

18,052 lbs · 8,188 kg

First year

1977

The Vancouver 36, designed by the esteemed naval architect Robert Harris, represents a pinnacle of the "heavydisplacement" philosophy that defined serious offshore cruising in the late 20th century. Born from a lineage that began with the legendary Vancouver 27—a boat famously designed for a couple to sail from British Columbia to New Zealand—the 36foot iteration was developed to provide more waterline and interior volume without sacrificing the legendary seakindliness of its smaller siblings. Unlike many modern "production" cruisers that prioritize internal volume and dockside entertaining, the Harris Vancouver 36 is built around the requirements of a crew at sea. It features a robust, often overbuilt hull and a cutter rig that allows for versatile sail plans in varying weather conditions. While many Vancouvers were produced by Northshore Yachts in the United Kingdom, the Harrisdesigned 36 remains a distinct entity, often sought after by purists who value the specific hull lines and balance intended by Robert Harris.